GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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WordMeaning
credencemental acceptance as true or real
torquea force that produces or tends to produce rotation or torsion
resortone that affords aid or refuge : resource
strewto spread by scattering
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
symbiosisthe living together in more or less intimate association or close union of two dissimilar organisms (as in parasitism or commensalism)
exasperateto cause irritation or annoyance to
variegateto diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple
nefariousflagrantly wicked or impious : evil
appositehighly pertinent or appropriate : apt